Hi everyone im new and have arthritis in both knees my back my neck how is everyone where you from?
Hi everyone :) First of all, I don't have Arthritis, but am diagnosed with Adult Onset Still's Disease, which in the end has some similarities. Still, maybe there are people here who have Still's, or have at least heard about it, that I can talk to since I have so many questions that want answers! As this is not a common…
Hi there, I've just joined this forum, having spoken with one of the wonderful people on the support line. I was feeling both depressed and distressed, because of my condition, and because I am expecting to have a hip replacement that has been delayed, and also due to fear of the future. I am also recovering from illness.…
Hello everyone, This is my first post so please bear with me. I came across this forum by chance and can honestly say that after reading some posts i no longer feel alone in what i've been going through and would love a bit of advice please. I have OA in multiple joints and have struggled with work for the last 12 months,…
Hello. This is my first post. I have had osteoarthritis for many years. I have had both knees replaced. I also have had fibromyalgia since the mid 1990s. About 3 years ago I was diagnosed with degenerative spine disease. I am about to have epidural injections in my back for the third time. I am also considering a…
Is this the correct place to seek help and advice for someone just diagnosed with severe OA?
Hi all, As title, 45 yo male, GP's diagnosis confirmed yesterday at first consultant appointment. I've gone from fit and well to here in about 10 weeks, so it's all come as a bit of a shock. So, here we go, steroid depo yesterday, waiting for next appointment to start proper meds after counselling. But, I'm very much a…
I have only just been diagnosed as having the first signs of Osteoarthritis. My doctor sent me for an x-ray and a blood test, so I am pleased I reported my knee pain to him. I have received a sheet of exercises and other bits of advice. I am hoping this Forum will have lots of hints on it about what best to do and what not…
Have just joined today... and saying hello I have it confirmed a week or so ago that I have severe arthritis in both hips and am now on the waiting list for a hip replacement ...left on first as that's the worst. It can't come quick enough as far as I am concerned as it really is impeding on my life at the moment and gets…
I have just been diagnosed with severe oestoarthris in my neck. I am in so much pain and have been for many months. Following an x ray I have been told that four discs are no more and three vertebrae have crumbled. The only help I have received from my Doctor is increase the medication and learn to live with it. I am…
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